Mold Maintenance Technician

Prysmian, the world leader in solutions for energy and digital connections, continues to strengthen its global team with the addition of Channell, now part of Prysmian. Founded by the Channell family in 1922, Channell brings a long‑standing legacy of innovation in outside plant infrastructure, serving Telecommunications, Municipalities, Internet Service Providers, Wireless, Water, Power, and CATV markets. Together, Prysmian and Channell team members are combining expertise, craftsmanship, and shared values to deliver a broader portfolio, from advanced cable systems and fiber connectivity solutions to enclosures and below‑grade vaults which support resilient infrastructure, the energy transition, and the growth of digital networks around the world.

With 9,000 dedicated team members in North America and 35,000 globally, Prysmian brings unmatched scale, innovation, and expertise to the energy and telecommunications industries.

At Prysmian, your work matters. Wherever you’re based and whatever you do, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact as part of a global team committed to excellence and transforming the world around us.

The Mold Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventive, corrective, and routine maintenance on injection molds, ensuring molds are in proper working condition for production runs. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, experience in mold repair, and a deep understanding of tooling used in plastics manufacturing.

• Inspect, clean, and perform routine maintenance on injection molds according to scheduled intervals.

• Troubleshoot and repair damaged or worn mold components, including cavities, cores, slides, lifters, and ejector systems.

• Disassemble and reassemble molds with precision to ensure proper function and alignment.

• Maintain detailed records of mold maintenance, repairs, and part replacements.

• Collaborate with process technicians, mold setters, and engineers to address tooling issues that affect part quality or production.

• Identify and communicate recurring mold problems and suggest long-term solutions.

• Use tools such as grinders, polishing equipment, hand tools, and micrometers for repair and finishing tasks.

• Maintain mold storage areas in clean, organized condition and ensure proper handling procedures.

• Assist with mold trials and qualification of new or repaired molds as needed.

• Follow all safety procedures and report equipment concerns or unsafe conditions promptly.

• Must understand and follow all departmental safety rules

• Understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

• ISO sections about the position

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training or certification in mold/tooling repair or machining preferred.

• 5+ years of experience in mold maintenance or mold repair in a plastics injection molding environment.

• Strong understanding of mold construction, including cooling systems, hot runners, ejector systems, and venting.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, CAD drawings, and toolroom schematics.

• Familiarity with machining and polishing tools (e.g., mills, lathes, surface grinders).

• Good organizational and documentation skills.

• Ability to lift heavy components and work in a shop environment

• Capacity to work overtime as needed

The physical demands and working conditions requirements indicated below are examples of the demands that must be performed in carrying out the essential job functions.

We take the security of our candidates seriously. Please be aware of job offer scams involving individuals falsely claiming to represent our company.

Our company will **never**:

• Ask for payment, fees, or financial information at any stage of the recruitment process

• Request passwords, banking details, or copies of personal identification via email or text

• Extend a job offer without a formal interview process

• Communicate from non-company email addresses (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo)

All legitimate communications from our recruitment team will come from an official company email domain (ending in @prysmian.com).

If you believe you have been contacted regarding a fraudulent job offer or are unsure about the authenticity of a message, please contact us directly at narecruiting@prysmian.com.

Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.

All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian’s commitments.

Your application data will be treated according to our Data Protection Policy. If you believe you require assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact us at talent.mobility@prysmiangroup.com.